Therapy sessions

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Registered: 01-17-2007
Therapy sessions
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Fri, 05-18-2007 - 7:06am

Good morning!


Well I started up my therapy with a new therapist, Gina.  Anywho, she is about my age (maybe a bit older) and I felt a real connection with her.  She seems real genuine.  Her office is maybe 5 minutes from the house.  WOOHOOO!


Anywho, the session.....   I unloaded a truckload of frustrations onto her.  I discussed my depression and how I am really scared of my lows at times.  I dont get the highs/lows a lot but when I do, it is usually one extreme to the other.  I also talked about my adaption with dh and how I am NOW having a difficulty in it after 8/9 months after the wedding.  She wants dh to come in so she can get his take on it but that may/may not happen later.  I honestly think he wont do it since he thinks of it as a sign of weakness.  Whatever!  Some men do not get therapy.  Talking to someone is not a weakness. 


She gave me an assignment until the next time I see her (after the holidays).. to try to communicate with dh when I feel frustrated with him.  It is hard but I am going to try.  I think we may have our talk session tonight to help me pull out of my "safety zone". 

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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Wed, 06-06-2007 - 3:06pm

Talking is a *good thing* no matter with your dh or with Gina. I do hope that keeping the lines of communication open for you, continues, Darla.


I can relate to what you're feeling. Many times I feel I trade my anxiety in for depression, then vice versa. It's a struggle to keep on an even keel. Please keep in touch here, since we're all learning new ways to cope together.


I noticed you put in some positive affirmations in the folder below. They were good ones & I enjoyed reading them. If you come upon any others or anyone else out there reading has something to share, that would be great. I keep a list of them to refer to when I'm struggling.


Let us know how the appt. with Gina goes. GL & GBU! (((hugs))) jan

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Registered: 01-17-2007
In reply to: grizgirl
Thu, 06-07-2007 - 6:47am

I had my appt with Gina last night and I felt 88% better and even dh noticed I was "better".

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Registered: 02-12-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Thu, 06-07-2007 - 11:13am

Heyyy Darla,


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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Thu, 06-07-2007 - 1:56pm

It's so hard to find a therapist that fits. I am glad that you have a good one, Darla. I like the fact that she gave you an assignment. My current *t* gives me assignments & though they're challenging( in fact, sometimes I don't LIKE them)

 

 


 



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Registered: 01-17-2007
In reply to: grizgirl
Fri, 06-08-2007 - 7:36am

Lori,


The referrel list sounds like a good idea since we are all from different locations and choosing a therapist can be daunting.

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Registered: 02-12-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Fri, 06-08-2007 - 9:10am

Hey Darla,


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Registered: 01-17-2007
In reply to: grizgirl
Fri, 06-08-2007 - 9:25am

I didnt expect to pass out as quickly as I did.

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Registered: 02-12-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Fri, 06-08-2007 - 9:30am

Hey Darla,


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Registered: 01-17-2007
In reply to: grizgirl
Tue, 06-12-2007 - 9:49am

I'm not sure if I mentioned in older posts but I have another appt with Gina this Thursday.

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Registered: 02-12-2004
In reply to: grizgirl
Tue, 06-12-2007 - 5:21pm

Heyyy Darla,


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